Leinster coach Michael Cheika has announced his extended squad for Friday's Magners League showdown with the Ospreys at the RDS (kick-off 7.35pm).

Leo Cullen and Stan Wright have been named in the Leinster panel as they step up their rehabilitations after injury. Wright played more than an hour of last weekend's 52-6 victory over Edinburgh, while Leinster skipper Cullen is close to a comeback after shoulder surgery.

There is a familiar look to the rest of the squad with Ireland stars Brian O'Driscoll, Shane Horgan, Bernard Jackman, Malcolm O'Kelly, Rob Kearney and Jamie Heaslip all included alongside Luke Fitzgerald who scored a hat-trick of tries against Edinburgh.

The province's starting line-up and replacements will be confirmed on Thursday afternoon.

In excess of 12,500 tickets have been sold for Friday's game and cash will be taken on the turnstiles on the night. Tickets for Friday's tie as well as the next home game with Munster on Sunday, September 28, are still available on www.LeinsterRugby.ie.

Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt praised the squad's 'immense character' following the 27-24 GUINNESS Series success against Australia. Meanwhile, captain Rory Best reflects on 'an emotional day' as he made his 100th appearance for his country.

Irish Rugby TV brings you a behind the scenes look at Ireland's final GUINNESS Series game against Australia. Joe Schmidt's men marked captain Rory Best's 100th cap with a superb 27-24 victory over the Wallabies.

Saturday's GUINNESS Series clash with Australia marks Michael Kearney's last game as Ireland team manager. We spoke to him about five memorable years in the role. Watch out for a couple of special cameos!

We're ready to create something legendary. A showcase for rugby nations old and new. A tournament that will grow the game globally, promote the values, spirit and ethos of rugby and will capture the world's imagination. #Ireland2023 - Liam Neeson gives voice to Ireland's bid to host Rugby World Cup 2023.

Tickets are now on sale for the first ever Women's November International Series to be held in the UCD Bowl. Kids go free with any adult tickets. Ireland will face world champions England, top ranked Canada and the Black Ferns of New Zealand.

Tournament Director Garrett Tubridy sets the scene for an exciting weekend of rugby at UCD where 16 Women's Sevens teams will battle it out at for one qualifying spot for the Rio Olympics. Tickets are available from www.ticketmaster.ie/sevens.

Tadhg Furlong reflects on a disappointing day for Ireland against South Africa. However, he will take positives from his first Test start and be ready to build for the final match of the series in Port Elizabeth.

Paddy Jackson is preparing for Ireland's second Test against South Africa on Saturday (kick-off 5pm local time/4pm Irish time). The Ulster out-half has been checking out Ellis Park in advance of the match.